About the role#
As a PCB Layout Intern, you will join our Hardware Design group to help deliver high-speed board design and assembly for semiconductor performance measurement. You will work alongside our product development and applications teams to create internal and customer-facing hardware. This role focuses on card design and electrical modeling while integrating you as a full member of the team.
What you'll do#
- Develop evaluation platforms using current bills of material, design tools, and manufacturing design rules.
- Perform schematic capture, PCB layout, and system-level signal integrity analysis and optimization using Cadence Allegro and OrCAD.
- Support the mechanical design of fixtures, housings, and thermal solutions using Autodesk Fusion.
- Collaborate with several cross-functional teams to support evaluation platform development.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering program.
- Experience with Cadence Allegro for PCB layout and Autodesk Fusion for mechanical design.
- Familiarity with RF and high-speed digital design above 10Gbps.
- Knowledge of optical and high-speed test equipment.
- Strong debug skills and a self-starter attitude.
- Good communication and organizational skills with a customer-focused mindset.
Location & details#
- This position is based on-site in Burlington, Ontario.
- The role is full-time, requiring 40 hours per week in the office Monday through Thursday.
- The position is paid with an estimated pay range of $26 to $28.50 CAD per hour.
About Semtech
Semtech is a provider of semiconductors, IoT systems, and cloud connectivity services. Founded in 1960, the company develops technology for data centers, automotive systems, and consumer electronics. It maintains a global presence with headquarters in Camarillo, California. The organization employs approximately 1,750 people.
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